While the number and size of the vessels traveling through the U.S. Marine Transportation System has increased, the number and in some cases size of U.S. navigation corridors has not. Keep Reading
The interdiction is the result of ongoing multiagency efforts in support of Operation Caribbean Guard and the Caribbean Border Interagency Group CBIG. Keep Reading
Mariners are required to wear a face covering at all times. Those who refuse to wear a face covering, or who remove face coverings during exams, will be dismissed and could be subject to examination module failure. Keep Reading
Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge is located on the northern end of the Hawaiian archipelago, and provides a sanctuary/haven for millions of seabirds and over 60 Hawaiian Monk Seals. Keep Reading
As the area port director in Laredo since November 2015, Mr. Alvarez was responsible for managing a workforce of 900+, operations and enforcement activities at four international bridges, one international airport and one rail crossing facility. Keep Reading
During the undercover operation from July 20 to Aug. 2, 2020, more than 190 online contacts continued to chat even after they knew they were talking to whom they believed was a minor. Keep Reading
The Department of Homeland Security has a vital mission to secure the nation from the many threats we face. This requires the dedication of more than 230,000 employees in jobs that range from aviation and border security to emergency response, from cybersecurity analysis to chemical facility inspections. Their primary goal is clear – keeping America… Keep Reading
A Tucson Sector Border Patrol Agent has been arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Border Corruption Task Force and taken into custody for suspicion of narcotics trafficking. Keep Reading
The review found progress but some critical steps remain, including obtaining approvals to work with high-consequence pathogens such as foot-and-mouth disease, and physically transferring pathogens to the facility. Keep Reading
El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents foiled a methamphetamine smuggling attempt on August 8 after they observed an ultralight aircraft flying at a low altitude east of Highway 111 and south of Jasper Road. Keep Reading
If the start of August is anything to go by, it looks like being another month for a high rate of firearm detections at airport checkpoints. Keep Reading
In addition to enhancing detection capabilities for identifying fraudulent IDs, the credential system is able to confirm a passenger’s flight status through a secured connection. Keep Reading
TSA officers detected 15.3 guns per million people last month compared to 5.1 guns per million people screened during July 2019. Keep Reading
Perspecta Inc has been awarded a new Data Center Two (DC2) Support Services contract from the Department of Homeland Security. Keep Reading
Despite the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic and the increasing summer heat, smugglers continue to endanger the lives of individuals they exploit and the health and safety of U.S. citizens. Keep Reading
The Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Assistant Administrator for Strategic Communication and Public Affairs, Andrew Post, has responded to an article in The Washington Post about TSA’s COVID-19 response. Keep Reading
TSA Administrator David Pekoske told employees in a memo at the end of July that Cogswell was retiring, thanking her for 24 years of federal service. She served in the acting deputy administrator role for two years. Keep Reading
Lavi Industries will provide acrylic barriers and associated equipment for installation at TSA’s security checkpoints at 37 priority airports nationwide. Keep Reading
The move to a SBIR Phase III contract provides CryptoMove an opportunity to expand implementation of its cutting-edge solution within DHS while providing CBP expanded capabilities and more procurement flexibility. Keep Reading
Marco A. Gonzales, 49, a Border Patrol agent at the Del Rio Sector Brackettville Station, died Wednesday in San Antonio due to COVID-19, sources told HSToday. Gonzales was a member of Border Patrol Class 606. Keep Reading